Workshops

RAWSOME VEGAN SUPPER CLUB

Friday 18thJanuary
7:30pm - Late

£25

Start your new year and celebrate Veganuary in the healthiest way with our three-course Rawsome Vegan Supper Club. This fun and informative event brought to you by The Happy Caterpillar combines fresh ingredients with a creative twist.

Doors open at 7.30pm, introduction by our hosts 7.45pm, first course 8pm

Although water is on the table, hot drinks and drinks from chiller can be purchased on the night.

Bring your own bottle welcome.

SOLD OUT (subject to booking fee) or call 0113 2242284 (no booking fee)

SILVER BANGLE MAKING

Sunday20th January
10:30 -2:30pm

£50

Under the professional guidance of Jeweller and tutor Sarah Catterall you will learn basic jewellery making techniques such as using the piercing saw, filing, shaping, forging, soldering, and texturing to make a fabulous sterling silver bangle.

All materials are provided and no experience necessary.

SOLD OUT (subject to booking fee) or call 0113 2242284 (no booking fee)

SKETCH UP CLUB - 'DRAW BETTER'

Saturday 26th January
10:30 - 1:00pm

£25

This workshop will introduce you to a variety of drawing approaches to improve observation, technique and style. At the end of the session you will have an array of skills and idea’s that you can master at home.

Each of these workshops will focus on a different theme, using practising illustrators for inspiration, so you can keep on coming to build up a super duper portfolio of work!

COFFEE SCHOOL

Thursdasy 31st January
6:30 - 8:30pm

£30

This workshop is pitched at beginners and is run by our head barista Ged. Whether you want to understand a little more about how coffee is made or how to get the most out of your machine at home, we will take you through the basics.

Within the 2 hour workshop you will understand how to grind coffee, make key drinks on the menu, steam and foam milk as well as having a go at trying to master latte art.

SOLD OUT (subject to booking fee) or call 0113 2242284 (no booking fee)

DRINK AND DRAW - 'FRIDA KAHLO'

Friday 1st February
6:00 -8:00pm

£15

If you’ve always wanted to have a go at creating a piece of artwork but are too nervous to join a class, then why not come along for an informal evening of drawing, painting & printing.

The tutor will guide the sessions so you can just turn up and enjoy a glass or two of wine, listen to the music and get creative!

The class is aimed at beginners but all levels welcome.

(Bring your own bottle welcome!)

SOLD OUT (subject to booking fee) or call 0113 2242284 (no booking fee)

DIY RE UPHOLSTERY

Saturday 2nd February
10:30 - 4:30pm

£75

Re-vamp your home by learning how to do basic re-upholstery. Forage for a lovely footstool or dining room chair (with a drop in seat) and learn how to glam it up to take pride of place in your home.

No experience necessary

Please note:
If you bring anything more complicated to the session, you may not get it finished.
Equipment, staples, and tacks provided.
Inner materials to complete your chair will need to be bought direct from the tutor on the day costing approx £5 -£10

You will need to bring outer fabric with you – Measure your chair and allow 20cms all the way around.

SOLD OUT (subject to booking fee) or call 0113 2242284 (no booking fee)

LAMPSHADE MAKING

Saturday 9th February
10:30 -12:30pm

£30

You will be delighted with the results of this super simple drum lampshade. The method shown can be adapted to any size frame so you can create more.

Charity shop finds will be used for the outer material, if you want to bring in your own then please fetch ½ of fabric.

Everything provided just turn up and get started

SOLD OUT (subject to booking fee) or call 0113 2242284 (no booking fee)

DRINK AND DO - MARBLING

Friday 15th February
6:00 - 8:00pm

£15

Due to the huge success of our Drink and Draw, we’ve come up with a once a month crafting session for all those who would prefer to make.

The tutor will guide the sessions so you can just turn up and enjoy a glass or two of wine, listen to the music and get creative! The class is suitable for everyone...even the more advanced

(Bring your own bottle welcome!)

SOLD OUT (subject to booking fee) or call 0113 2242284 (no booking fee)

SKETCH UP CLUB - 'CITYSCAPES' EXHIBITION SPECIAL

Saturday 16th February
10:30 - 1:00pm

£25

This workshop will introduce you to a variety of drawing approaches to improve observation, technique and style. At the end of the session you will have an array of skills and idea’s that you can master at home.

Each of these workshops will focus on a different theme, using practising illustrators for inspiration, so you can keep on coming to build up a super duper portfolio of work!

JEWELLERY MAKING - DROP EARRINGS

Sunday 17th February
10:30 - 1:30pm

£40

Learn basic jewellery making techniques such as using the piercing saw, filing, shaping, forging, soldering, and texturing with local designer maker Sarah Catteral. You will then use these techniques to make a beautiful pair of drop earrings.

COFFEE SCHOOL

Thursday 28th February
6:30 - 8:30pm

£30

This workshop is pitched at beginners and is run by our head barista Ged. Whether you want to understand a little more about how coffee is made or how to get the most out of your machine at home, we will take you through the basics.

Within the 2 hour workshop you will understand how to grind coffee, make key drinks on the menu, steam and foam milk as well as having a go at trying to master latte art.

SOLD OUT (subject to booking fee) or call 0113 2242284 (no booking fee)

DRINK AND DRAW - LIFE DRAWING

Friday 1st March
6:00 - 8:00pm

£18

If you’ve always wanted to have a go at creating a piece of artwork but are too nervous to join a class, then why not come along for an informal evening of drawing, painting & printing.

The tutor will guide the sessions so you can just turn up and enjoy a glass or two of wine, listen to the music and get creative!

HOW TO WRITE THAT NOVEL

Sunday 3rd March
10:30 -4:30pm

£65

Beginning a novel can be daunting. Published author Clare Fisher will focus on a series of exercises to help you through the process, bring insight to your work and leave you with plan to take your work forward.

SKETCH UP CLUB - RENDERING FOR REALISM

Saturday 9th March
10:30 - 1:00pm

£25

This workshop will introduce you to a variety of drawing approaches to improve observation, technique and style. At the end of the session you will have an array of skills and idea’s that you can master at home.

Each of these workshops will focus on a different theme, using practising illustrators for inspiration, so you can keep on coming to build up a super duper portfolio of work!

DRINK AND DO - SINGING

Friday 15th March
6:00 - 8:00pm

£15

The internationally acclaimed soprano singer Katy Kelly will be at the Bowery providing step-by-step support, giving you hints and tips on how to improve your singing whatever your ability. The outcome will be increased relaxation and confidence.

STREET PHOTOGRAPHY - EXHIBITION SPECIAL

Saturday 16th March
12:30 - 2:30pm

£15

Our tutors will meet you at the Nation of Shop Keepers, in Leeds centre and start with a short session on composition, technical aspects, ethics in street photography and looking at our photographic practices.

We will then set off on a pre planned route around the city.

This fun and informative workshop is aimed at beginners but everyone welcome.

Please fetch a digital camera that you feel comfortable using (phones can also be used)

COFFEE SCHOOL

Thursday 21st March
6
:30 -8:30pm

£30

This workshop is pitched at beginners and is run by our head barista Ged. Whether you want to understand a little more about how coffee is made or how to get the most out of your machine at home, we will take you through the basics.

Within the 2 hour workshop you will understand how to grind coffee, make key drinks on the menu, steam and foam milk as well as having a go at trying to master latte art.

SOLD OUT (subject to booking fee) or call 0113 2242284 (no booking fee)

MACRAME PLANT HANGERS

Sunday 31st March
10:30 - 12:30pm

£25

There’s no better way to spend Mothering Sunday than a morning of creativity with a complimentary glass of bucks fizz!

These simple and easy to make plant hangers are perfect for indoors and out! Anyone can do them and once you know how you won’t to stop…you may have seen them all over the Bowery!

GARDEN WALK - YORK GATE GARDEN

Sunday 7th April
1 :00 -4:00pm

£25

This workshop will take place in York Gate Garden, Adel:
Leeds' very own key example of a 20th-century Arts and Crafts-inspired garden, designed by Sybil, Robin and Frederick Spencer and now in the care of the gardening charity Perennial. The day will focus on looking at York Gate Garden as an example of garden design.

We will start with an overview of garden design principles and then walk through York Gate Garden to see examples of how to put the principles into practice, to explore the hard materials used and the planting design.

York Gate draws on design elements of grand gardens to make small spaces work beautifully and it's a garden with lots of take-home ideas. There'll be plenty of time for discussion, questions, sketching, photography and note-taking and the day will end with a summary of what participants have learned and how they might use it in their own gardens.

1 DAY BEGINNERS WORKSHOP -
MAKE FRIENDS WITH A SEWING MACHINE.

£60

If you would love someone to show basics then this is the class for you. You will start by threading and getting to know the functions of the machine before moving onto seams, buttonholes and zips.

At the end of the workshop you will have produced a lovely pair of cushion covers and confidence to progress onto making clothes, gifts and other items for your home.

Tutor: Sandra Togher, owner of the Bowery has had various roles within the fashion industry, from Designer, Garment Technologist, and Product Development Manager. She then retrained as a teacher and has over 15 years experience, teaching both at the Bowery and nationwide.

COFEEE SCHOOL

Thursday 18th April
6:30 - 8:30pm

£30

This workshop is pitched at beginners and is run by our head barista Ged. Whether you want to understand a little more about how coffee is made or how to get the most out of your machine at home, we will take you through the basics.

Within the 2 hour workshop you will understand how to grind coffee, make key drinks on the menu, steam and foam milk as well as having a go at trying to master latte art.

JEWELLERY MAKING - STACKING RINGS

Saturday 27th April
10:30 - 1:30pm

£45

Learn basic jewellery making techniques such as using the piercing saw, filing, shaping, forging, soldering, and texturing with local designer maker Sarah Catteral. You will then use these techniques to make a series of stacking rings..

1 DAY MASTER CLASS - CREATE YOUR OWN CLOTHING PATTERNS

Saturday 4th May
10:30 - 4:30pm

£60

Using basic scaled down blocks you will be shown how to change style and shape through various manipulation techniques. From here you will trace off a block pattern to your size so you can design a range of outfit to suit you.

Note: This class is for those that you have made basic items of clothing, but want to know how to restyle patterns.

Tutor: Sandra Togher, owner of the Bowery has had various roles within the fashion industry, from Designer, Garment Technologist, and Product Development Manager. She then retrained as a teacher and has over 15 years experience, teaching both at the Bowery and nationwide

PERSONALISED METAL STAMPING

Sunday 5th May
10
:30 -12:30pm

£30

In this session you will learn to make your own personalised hand stamped jewellery. This can include bracelets, pendants and keyrings. After a chance to practice with different stamps, fonts and hammers you will make a selection of jewellery to take home with you.

There will be course notes for you to take home, with full instructions on what tools you've used and where you can buy tools and materials.

DRINK AND DO - WRITE NIGHT

Friday 10th May
6:00 - 8:00pm

£15

A chance to leave behind the pressures of the real world for a couple of hours and come along to be inspired in our writing night. There will be writing tips, prompts, writing time and the chance to mingle with fellow writers.

COFFEE SCHOOL

Thursday 16th May
6:30 - 8:30pm

£30

This workshop is pitched at beginners and is run by our head barista Ged. Whether you want to understand a little more about how coffee is made or how to get the most out of your machine at home, we will take you through the basics.

Within the 2 hour workshop you will understand how to grind coffee, make key drinks on the menu, steam and foam milk as well as having a go at trying to master latte art.

SKETCH UP – WATERCOLOUR WORKOUT

Saturday 18th May
10:30 - 1:00pm

£25

This workshop will introduce you to a variety of drawing approaches to improve observation, technique and style. At the end of the session you will have an array of skills and idea’s that you can master at home.

Each of these workshops will focus on a different theme, using practising illustrators for inspiration, so you can keep on coming to build up a super duper portfolio of work!